Dog Friendly Recently Updated Coastal Cottage - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Knot so Crabby - Entirely Redecorated Oak Island Beach Rental - Dogs Accepted 

Accepts Short Stays

3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom / Sleeps 8-9

Once you arrive in the treelined neighborhood - conveniently accessed by the Middleton bridge on the south end of Oak Island - you will definitely knot be feeling crabby at all! This comfortable island home was just lovingly redecorated and refurnished in modern farmhouse style.  The sweeping ceiling and openness of the great room is a ideal family gathering spot after a hot day at the beach. The efficient kitchen offers everything you need for cooking meals at home, including a roomy pantry for your groceries. The back yard is ready to welcome your furry friend and make him feel right at home. Savor a calming indoor-outdoor lifestyle in the screened in porch in the back yard where you can hear the birds and appreciate the gentle salt sea breezes of this enchanting Oak Island beach rental. The back yard porch is sure to become your favorite room in the home; bring a book to curl up with!

Ground Level:

This is a one story single family home.
Private drive accommodates 4 cars, size dependent. No restrictions on boat trailers. 6 steps up to enter the home at front porch. Rocking chairs, solar yard lighting, outdoor hot shower, covered propane grille, back yard fire pit with 6 Adirondack polywood chairs, string lights, backyard sun deck with picnic table, back yard screened in porch.
Screen Porch: all weather rattan seating, ceiling fan.
Living Room: queen size couch sleeper, loveseat, soft side chair, credenza with wall mounted huge screen Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Dining Room: dining table seating 4, breakfast table seating 2, sliding doors to screened in porch.
Kitchen: bar counter seating for 3, stainless refrigerator freezer, dishwasher, electric range with double oven, microwave.
Bedroom: Queen bed, traditional wood furnishings-chest of drawers, wall mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Shared Hallway Bath: Bathtub and shower with hand held spray wand faucet, toilet, single solid-surface vanity.
Bedroom: Full bed with full trundle, wall mount Intelligent TV, Papasan chair, nightstands with nightlight and phone chargers, ceiling fan.
Laundry Room: washer-dryer, lightweight vacuum.
Primary Bedroom Suite: queen bed with panel headboard, 2 chest of drawers, wall mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan, ensuite bath.
Primary Ensuite Bath: garden tub, shower stall with rain faucet, single solid-surface vanity, makeup mirror

Parking: 4-6 cars, size dependent. Boat trailers allowed.

Linens: Linens will be wrapped in sanitary packaging and laying on the bedspread

Rental Policies:
In response to increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-Ins (June-August) begin at 4pm and are guaranteed by 6pm
Off Season Check-Ins begin at 3pm and are guaranteed by 5pm
Check-out is by 10 am.
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access
*Electronic entry. You will be supplied a code before check-in.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities
No Smoking

Pet Policy: Dogs Only allowed, no other family pets. Pet Fee for first dog is supplied. If you would like to bring a second dog, it is allowed with additional fee.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee.

Things To Do:
Oak Island is known for its golden sand beaches, calming blue waters, friendly community, and close proximity to the cities of Southport, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach. There are many cute island coffee stores, stores, breweries, and a park that showcases a splash-pad for summer fun! With a gorgeous Golf Club open to summer travelers and over 100 public water access points, there is an abundance of all things adventurous to do on Oak Island! 

If you'd like to keep your exercise routine going while on vacation, you can get an out-of-town Gym pass at Oak Island Recreation Center. Utilize the Rec Center's ample parking, put in at the Kayak ramp and spend hours kayaking our handsome marshes.  Sit on the lawn and savor a nighttime off cooking at our Weekly Friday nighttime "Summer Concert In The Park" with a couple of local food truck options at this family centric Live Music event. Beach Day takes place in Oak Island on the Friday prior to July 4th and features all day activities followed by fireworks on the island that evening.

Visit Historic Southport, a seafaring town just five miles from our island, for a bigger nightlife. Southport, at the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, features a variety of different eateries, bars, live music and shopping. It is one of our favorite places to walk around and check out different food and live music on the weekends. There are complimentary parking options all over town, and you can effortlessly walk to dozens of places while appreciating the breeze from the riverfront and admiring historic homes and general store buildings that date back to the early 1800s. Southport's State Fourth of July Festival is a three-day street fair with artists from all over the state, vendors, and food. It is really like being in an Andy Griffith episode with the parade and enormous finale fireworks show over the river front in Southport.
We look forward to your visit!

About the Area

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Strategies to get the best Oak Island rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Summer is high season in Oak Island. To find the best value, try changing your family's Wilmington, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the perfect rental home in Oak Island:

• Start by selecting your the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Dog Friendly Recently Updated Coastal Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. Otherwise, call the property owner before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let crooks ruin your trip.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the rental manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to stimulate future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.